Maintenance Assistant

Marquis Senior Communities; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Marquis Senior Communities is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to perform routine and preventive maintenance across the campus, ensuring life-safety compliance and safe, clean grounds. You will coordinate move-in preparation with Sales and Marketing, log work orders, inspect systems, and act as the liaison with vendors.

The role supports staff training and budgeting input within RM Management’s resident-focused community.

Qualifications

• High school education.
• Post-secondary or technical training is preferred.
• Ability to relate professionally & work cooperatively with residents & staff at all levels.
• Sensitive to the needs and concerns of the senior population.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on facility equipment and systems, following safety procedures.
• Ensure community compliance with state and federal maintenance and safety requirements, including life-safety policies.
• Maintain grounds and facility in safe, clean, and orderly condition (lawn care, snow removal, outdoor/indoor repairs).
• Prepare apartments for resident move-ins in coordination with Sales and Marketing.
• Establish and follow preventive maintenance schedules; maintain a work order system.
• Inspect apartments, equipment, and systems for safety and functionality; document hazardous conditions.
• Act as contact for vendors performing maintenance tasks.
• Report all incidents and accidents in writing to supervisors.
• Assist with department staff training on emergency procedures and operational protocols.
• Participate in staff meetings, in-service education, and provide input for operational and capital budgets.

Job description

Maintenance Assistant

The Maintenance Assistant is responsible for all required maintenance functions within the community.

Essential Job Functions (Including but not limited to the following)

• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on facility equipment and systems, following safety procedures.
• Ensure community compliance with state and federal maintenance and safety requirements, including life‑safety policies.
• Maintain grounds and facility in safe, clean, and orderly condition (lawn care, snow removal, outdoor/indoor repairs).
• Prepare apartments for resident move‑ins in coordination with Sales and Marketing.
• Establish and follow preventive maintenance schedules; maintain a work order system.
• Inspect apartments, equipment, and systems for safety and functionality; document hazardous conditions.
• Act as contact for vendors performing maintenance tasks.
• Report all incidents and accidents in writing to supervisors.
• Assist with department staff training on emergency procedures and operational protocols.
• Participate in staff meetings, in-service education, and provide input for operational and capital budgets.

Required Qualifications

• High school education.
• Post‑secondary or technical training is preferred.
• Ability to relate professionally & work cooperatively with residents & staff at all levels.
• Sensitive to the needs and concerns of the senior population.

Why Join RM Management?

• Be part of a mission‑driven team making a daily difference.
• Supportive, team‑oriented work environment.

About RM Management

RM Management, we are dedicated to creating welcoming, supportive communities where residents and team members feel valued. Our mission is to provide exceptional service, foster meaningful connections, and build an environment where people thrive. We believe our employees are the heart of our success, and we are committed to investing in their growth and development.

RM Management is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.